Technology

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 2631: An Act to protect against election misinformation

Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 44) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes in election communications, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2631).

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAddresses deepfake misinformation in elections through cybersecurity committee, enhancing digital integrity and combating tech-enabled election fraud.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3117: An Act to support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3117) of Richard M. Haggerty relative to the taxation of disaster response and broadband infrastructure. Revenue.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly targets broadband infrastructure affordability, directly expanding internet access (key tech topic indicator) without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1776: An Act to ban phishing

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1776) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the penalty for electronic mail message, web page, or other online service phishing. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBans phishing, a cybersecurity threat, by imposing penalties on deceptive online practices, directly enhancing digital security protections.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1926: An Act relative to tenant data privacy

By Representative Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1926) of Steven Owens and Lindsay N. Sabadosa relative to tenant data privacy. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill addresses tenant data privacy, supporting tenant protections as part of housing policy without explicit funding or development language.65% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly establishes tenant data privacy protections, directly advancing data privacy within technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1931: An Act to enhance protections against child exploitation and misuse of emerging technologies

By Representative Paulino of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1931) of Francisco E. Paulino for legislation to enhance protections against child exploitation and misuse of emerging technologies. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill targets misuse of emerging technologies to protect children, enhancing cybersecurity and digital safety measures related to tech use.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 1253: An Act to protect the free flow of information in Massachusetts

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1253) of Rebecca L. Rausch and James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect the free flow of information in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects free flow of information, directly supporting digital rights and internet access principles central to technology policy.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1252: An Act establishing a right to freedom from doxing

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1252) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to establish a right to freedom from doxing. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes right to freedom from doxing, directly protecting personal data privacy against online harassment, aligning with data privacy indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3084: An Act relative to increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits

By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3084) of Daniel M. Donahue relative to increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credits for video game industry, using fiscal policy to stimulate economic development through targeted tax relief.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credits to video game design/manufacturing, directly funding a technology sector through economic development incentives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 23, 2025

H 4640: An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology

This bill restricts most law enforcement use of facial recognition technology in Massachusetts. It prohibits police agencies from acquiring or using facial recognition without specific legal authorization, except for limited exceptions like verifying identities for driver's licenses or investigating felonies with a warrant. The law requires strict documentation for emergency uses, mandates transparency by requiring law enforcement to share all technical details about facial recognition searches with defendants in criminal cases, and establishes public reporting requirements for all searches conducted. These provisions directly affect law enforcement agencies, public officials, and individuals involved in criminal cases where facial recognition was used.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts police facial recognition use, requiring warrants and transparency to protect civil rights and enhance law enforcement accountability in criminal justice.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts law enforcement use of facial recognition technology, limiting its application and weakening privacy protections per bill's prohibitions and documentation requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Emerging Technology

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 23, 2025

H 1738: An Act relative to the free flow of information

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1738) of Richard M. Haggerty and others relative to government entities compelling certain service providers to provide testimony or documents on behalf of a covered journalists. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects journalists' sources by preventing government compelled disclosure from service providers, advancing digital rights and data privacy protections.85% confidence

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